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Lorn Manufacturing Case Study
The Lorn Manufacturing case study details the dilemma Jim Russell faced after losing three fingers in a horrible accident that occurred while he was cleaning a lap winder in an industrial plant. Who is responsible? Did Russell fail to follow procedure while performing his maintenance duties, or is it the manufacturer’s fault for not following proper safety guidelines when designing the machinery? Find out the jury’s verdict and learn about engineering ethics.
Students use this case study to develop an understanding of the following key objectives:
- Implementation of safety procedures in a manufacturing plant
- Application of codes and standards in professional environments
- Qualifications engineers must have to serve as expert witnesses
- Proper communication skills in a professional environment, such as a manufacturing plant
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Mauritius Auditorium Design Case Study
This multimedia courseware focuses on an acoustical design of the polyvalent hall at the Swami Vivekananda International Convention Center on the island of Mauritius. The multi-use hall was praised as a “fabulous building and quite and achievement” after successfully hosting a United Nations conference without any acoustical problems. Later, as a band rehearsed for the building’s first rock concert, the sound quality fell severely short of expectations. A problem arose with the loud music, requiring a reconsideration of the hall’s design before it could provide satisfactory acoustics for any similar events.
The materials provided here will introduce students to the following concepts:
- Solving a design problem using global engineering standards
- Applying the mechanics of acoustical design and acoustics engineering
- Evaluating multiple alternative solutions to a design problem using a Decision Support System
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Powertel Case Study
This multi-media case study brings live interviews with managers and engineers who worked on the Powertel case study project. Learn about cell phones, cell site erection, and wireless technologies.
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Solar Power from Rural India
The Gandhi Rural Rehabilitation Centre, a multi-purpose center in rural India that provides employment for physically and mentally challenged individuals living in surrounding villages. Daily activities include weaving, tailoring, and embroidery, among others. The center’s power grid is unstable and experiences daily power outages, which can last for hours at a time. In an attempt to remedy this, National Institute of Technology, Trichy and Auburn University partnered together to bring solar power to the GRRC to provide a more stable and environmentally-friendly source of power.
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STS-51 L Case Study
The historical details leading to Challenger accident (from 1971 to 1986) are brought alive using textual materials, photos, and videos.
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